Travel Occupational Therapist - Acute Care - $2,886 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Urbana, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Occupational Therapist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 06/15/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 15, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel Occupational Therapist for an acute care hospital position specializing in NICU/PEDS, requiring Epic EMR experience and a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience.

Details

• Acute care hospital setting within a therapy department
• Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM day shift
• 40 hours per week, 8-hour shifts
• Position is specifically focused on NICU and pediatric (PEDS) patients
• Epic EMR used; experience is required
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active OT license for the state of Illinois required; license required if applicable
• Minimum 1 year of relevant OT experience
• NICU and/or PEDS experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Level 1 Trauma experience required
• BLS (CPR) certification required
• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy required
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible

Additional Information

• Performs patient evaluations, develops individualized plans of care, and adjusts treatment based on patient response and evidence-based practice
• Educates patients, families, caregivers, and other healthcare providers using relevant teaching methods
• Utilizes standardized outcomes measures to accurately reflect functional patient performance
• Collaborates with the medical team to communicate patient status, activity/transfer recommendations, and discharge planning
• Provides supervision to COTAs and rehabilitation technicians in accordance with regulatory guidelines
• Documents evaluations and plans of care per department policy and regulatory standards
• RTO not to exceed 7 days per 13-week contract
• Travelers who have been on assignment at this health system for 1 continuous year must take a 6-month break before returning to any location within the system

American Traveler Job ID #P-685629. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel Occupational Therapist - Acute Care Hospital

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.